At Riverside School we are very grateful for the many people who support our efforts to serve children with dyslexia. Our donors, alumni, families and friends make it possible for us to fulfill our mission year after year. We wish to express our gratitude for all you do to help this “little school” make a “BIG difference.”
For our “Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day” this year we asked two students to write down what these people mean to them and their fellow classmates. As you will read, our students’ hearts are full of gratitude for these special family members and friends.
Grandparents and Special Friends
by Justina S.
Grandparents and special friends are dear to us, because for one you all care. You care about us as a whole and as individuals. You spend time with us and get to know how we are doing at Riverside and in our lives. Some of you even support us financially because you believe in what is happening here at Riverside School. We are so lucky to have our grandparents and special friends. As a student body, we are proud to have each and every one of you in our lives.
Grandparents and Special Friends
by Paige C.
There are many reasons why grandparents and special friends are so dear to us. You are special because you offer support when we need it. For example, we appreciate the emotional support you give us when we need cheering up because we had a bad day or we are sad. You also support us socially, like when we are out of school. If we play a sport, sometimes you come to watch and cheer us on. Or you might go to a play and watch us act. There are so many more things you do to offer us support.
Secondly, you often take care of us. Sometimes if we are sick and our parents have to go to work you may take care of us. You also spend time with us like playing games or even watching a movie. You are also a great friend to talk to when we need someone to listen. Finally, you also help us with our education. You might help pay for us to come to Riverside or maybe you help with carpool. You also help support Riverside School by donating to the school because you believe in what happens here to help us to learn. You are so caring. You might not have heard this for a long time, but we need you and we love you. Most of all, Thank you.
